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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Etruscan Kings of Rome: Traditions of the Later Kings

For Students 9th - 10th
This article gives a description of the important later Etruscan kings. The history is still based on legend, but the influence of the Etruscan people can be seen in the development of Rome.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Struggle Against the Kingship

For Students 9th - 10th
The Romans cast off their Etruscan kings and create a new Republic, incorporating many of the governmental ideas from the Etruscans into their new government.
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University of Pennsylvania

Celebration of Women Writers: One Man Saves the Day

For Students 9th - 10th
The story of early Roman hero Horatius Cocles by Charlotte Yonge includes the famous poem by Lord Macaulay about the Roman soldier who single-handedly defended a bridge across the Tiber from invading Etruscans.